Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1199 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 63/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,601,000); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably lighter (215g vs 233g).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3640
- Cheaper: $1199 vs $2199
- Better camera (66/100 vs 64/100)
- Better value for money (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2601000
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 10223
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 233g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 72/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 8/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 8 points higher (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (31/100 vs 8/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (27/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2601000 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 233 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $2199 |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 34.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1000. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is cheaper by $1000.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 72/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (31/100 vs 8/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (27/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 72/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.